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County Durham sex offender deleted apps from phone in 'panic' when police called
A sex offender considered to pose a “high risk” of re-offending installed three ‘apps’ in breach of a court order, but, “in panic”, deleted them when police came knocking.
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Here's what the Met Office says about Darlington's weekend weather
The Met Office has issued the following weather forecast for Darlington and County Durham for the weekend.
Key agreement signed in plans to reopen County Durham railway line
A key agreement to reopen a regional railway line has been signed by the Government.
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Bishop Auckland man hurled slates from a roof at passers-by and police
A man hurled slates from a roof at passers-by and officers damaging a police car, a court heard.
'Much-loved' Durham teen was reported missing before he died in A19 crash, inquest
'Much-loved' County Durham teenager, Harley Patterson, was reported as a missing person before he died after his car veered off the A19 into a nearby field, an inquest heard.
'No chaos in County Durham' - Reform leader speaks after positive council review
A Reform council leader has said “there is no chaos in County Durham” after the authority was praised following an external review.
'A child’s home should be safe’ - Family’s plea as Maya’s Law deadline looms
The family of murdered County Durham toddler Maya Chappell have urged more people to sign a petition that has just two weeks left to run.
Record-Breaking Panto Team Back at Empire Consett with Beauty and the Beast
Tickets are now on sale for this year’s must-see pantomime, following the huge success of last year’s record-breaking run. Sleeping Beauty at Empire Consett smashed Box Office records to become the highest-grossing show ever staged at the Durham County Council venue. Written, directed and starri...
Closure of County Durham hospital's UTC extended again - for three more months
The overnight closure of a hospital’s urgent treatment centre (UTC) has been extended by a further three months.
Durham Bus Station works to be completed 'later this year' - two years after opening
Scaffolding remains up around the building which opened in January 2024.
Homeless man had extendable baton hidden in sleeve and wraps of cocaine in hands in Newcastle
Matthew Holden, who had only recently been released from prison, had the weapon one evening in a busy part of the city centre
County Durham residents of at least two years set to receive housing priority
Social housing will be allocated “consistently and fairly” to residents with the greatest need amid a rapid increase in people on council waiting lists.
£3m A690 Upgrade Moves Forward with Early Works in County Durham
A £3 million improvement programme on a busy County Durham route is set to move forward, with early works now underway ahead of new traffic lights being installed. Durham County Council received £2.94 million in funding from the Department for Transport to upgrade the A690 between Neville’s Cros...
Reform leader labels County Durham MPs 'liars or imbeciles' in funding row
Labour MPs in County Durham have been labelled “liars or imbeciles” by a council leader after claims about government funding.
Ex-Sunderland and Darlington footballer Darren Holloway given suspended jail sentence
Former Sunderland and Darlington footballer Darren Holloway was today (Wednesday January 21) given a suspended prison sentence on child ill-treatment charges.
Boozy apprentice crashed car in County Durham and then dialled 999
A boozy apprentice who crashed his car in Medomsley and then dialled 999 has been banned from the roads.
Retail giant shuts down North East store after £10 and under closing sale
The well known fashion brand is now no longer trading at one of its best known stores in the North East
Several County Durham vets told not to accept stray dogs amid council policy change
A number of County Durham vets have been told not to no longer accept stray dogs amid a Durham County Council policy change.
RECAP - County Durham roundabout crash causes rush-hour delays
The A689 at Middridge Road and Rushyford Roundabout in County Durham is closed due to a rush hour crash. Traffic is currently moving slowly on this stretch of road.
Store wins alcohol licence despite warning it will 'devalue' County Durham village
An alcohol licence has been granted for a new convenience store despite concerns from worried neighbours.